Enjoy an exclusive red carpet entrance, food and wine reception with a silent auction and live music, patron gift bags, plus a live telecast of the 85th Annual Academy Awards with a live auction! And it all benefits the Starlight Children’s Foundation! Black tie optional. Tickets are $200/person. VIP Packages start at $500. Register online.

Put on your Oscar best and help Seattle Children’s at the same time! Guests at this party extravaganza will view the 85th annual awards show on the silver screen while sipping fine wine and enjoying hearty hors d’oeuvres. The event will feature a silent auction filled with items such as date night packages at hotels and restaurants, jewelry, art and movie memorabilia. Tickets are $50/person and proceeds benefit Seattle Children’s. Guests must be 21 years of age. Call or go online for tickets.

Three Dollar Bill Cinema and Gay City Health Project present their 8th Annual Academy Awards Party. Get out your finest party clothes and gather on Capitol Hill with the most fabulous folks around to enjoy decadent eats and delicious drinks as you celebrate the Academy Awards, all while supporting two of the most prominent LGBT non-profits in town. The party starts at 4:00pm, when everyone can watch live coverage and commentary of the red carpet, while VIP guests enjoy a complimentary champagne reception with passed hors d’oeuvres in the main viewing area. At 5:00pm, everyone can experience the ceremony broadcast on one of many giant projections throughout the venue, while enjoying decadent eats from Cele’s Meals and a no-host bar. This is a 21+ only event. General admission is $25/person, and VIP tickets are $75/person. Purchase tickets online.